From the Hip with Adrianne Gunn

In this episode I sit and chat with sports chiropractor, flamenco dancer, and founder of Heart Health Care for Artists Dr Montserrat Andreys. We get to talking about ways that you can engage your creativity, your body, and your mindset during extreme circumstances like a global pandemic.

Montserrat’s website: https://www.hearthealthcareforartists.com/

Topics covered: COVID-19 2020, social distancing, how artists are adjusting and u...

On June 24th 2019 my friend, and this episode’s guest, Jon Davidson fell approx 80 ft off a cliff on a volcano in Mexico, breaking 21 bones, including his back, shoulder, sternum, knee, and neck. He also suffered a punctured lung, a concussion, and severe lacerations all over his body. In this episode Jon and I sit and catch up on that adventure. Jon’s website: https://www.jondavidson.com/

Topics covered: Falling off a mountain in ...

In this episode I sit and chat with author, educator, and founder of Boys Alive! and On Boys podcast Janet Allison. We get to talking about the ways that boys are different and how we can better understand, parent, and teach boys so that we can all thrive together.

Janet’s website: https://www.boysalive.com/

Topics covered: Boy world, Man box, how the rules are different for boys, patriarchy, trauma, PTSD, circumcision, emotions, d...

In this episode I sit and chat with poet, performer, and body worker Niema Lightseed. We get to talking about poetry, body work, and the way that humans are specifically designed for beauty, expression and creativity.

Niema’s website: https://www.radwellbeing.com/

Topics covered: Creativity, body work, mind/body/spirit, oracle energy, the power of live performance, poetry, the way that the english language is limited, colonization,...

In this episode I sit and chat with actor and singer Ithica Tell. We get to talking about the ways actors are emotional athletes and how important it is to fully engage with people. We also attempt to create a couple few new rules about how people might should engage with each other around race, gender, consent, and reproductive organs.

Ithica’s website: https://www.ithicatell.com/

Topics covered: Acting, race, colorism, connection...

In this episode I sit and chat with author, singer, and spiritual coach Starr Sheppard-Decker. We get to talking about entrepreneurship, and authenticity, and what it really means to live a spirit led life.

Starr’s website: https://starrshepparddecker.com/

Topics covered: Letting go of the BS story of who we’re supposed to be, being an energetic conduit, the difference between performing from alignment and “performing” alignment, h...

In this episode I sit and chat with stage manager A. Kishlock. We get to talking about the rebellious act of fully embracing all of who we are and showing up for ourselves even when we’re in flux, or in pain, or feeling vulnerable, or feeling like we’re broken and weird.

Topics covered: Gender, Stage management, shedding skin, self love, crying in yoga, the difference between rock and roll and theatre, Grumpy Yoda, weird bruises, b...

In this episode I sit and chat with Chris Franklin, actor, model, and host of Lost N Portland Podcast. We get to talking about creating opportunities to delight in the world around us from spending time in nature to spending time showcasing local folx who are up to amazing things.

Chris’s website: https://www.lostnportland.com/

Topics covered: Modeling, acting, depression, finding joy, the audience of one, being comfortable in fron...

In this episode I sit and chat with Sex Educator and Physical Trainer Gretchen Leigh. We spend time talking about the power of vulnerability and the way that the path towards healing, growth, and change can be a very winding road.

Gretchen’s website: gretchenleigh.org

Topics covered: Vulnerability, My butt, eating disorders, perfectionism, control, orgasims, erectile disfunction, emotions, healing, coaching, body positivity, sex to...

In this episode I sit and chat with sex experts and educators Amory Jane and Gretchen Leigh. We get to talking about why sex is important and how humor, transparency, vulnerability, and emotional awareness are vital parts of engaging with your sexuality.

Amory Jane’s website: http://amoryjane.com/ Gretchen’s website: gretchenleigh.org/

Topics covered: Sex, polyamory, The Patriarchy, vulnerability, figuring out your baggage, the power...

In this episode I sit and chat with sex educator and entertainer Amory Jane who is on a mission to edu-tain and smash shame - about sex and to smash shame in general.

Amory Jane’s website: amoryjane.com

Topics covered: Sex, polyamory, The Patriarchy, masturbation, vibrators, yodeling, Germany, The Beatles, Sex Magic, infertility, stress, shame, trauma, vulnerability, setting intentions, playfulness, humor, transparency, Rammstein.

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In this episode I sit and chat with my friend, Zed Jones - Actor/Performer, Community Educator, and Activist. We chat about the different ways we all show up and present ourselves in the world.
 
Zed’s website: https://www.facebook.com/public/Zed-J...​

Topics covered: Dance battles against toddlers, how to dance, performing, gender, kale, furries, tail swooshing, hips, toddlers, baby making backpacks, Fantasy Video, She Bop, KinkLab ...

Jon’s website: http://www.jondavidsonmusic.com/​

Topics covered: Music Business, injuries, illness, health challenges, setbacks, empowerment, empowerment through masturbation, how technology is driven by porn, connection, Lyme disease, balance conditions, the importance of clean water, why Jesus is cool, starting a cult, success, going the extra mile for your fans, lazy manifesting, being of service.   

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